With which type of galaxy is a small galaxy most likely to merge? Select the two

Question

correct answers. (1 point)
a much larger galaxy
a nearby galaxy
a fast-moving galaxy
an equal-sized galaxy

Answer 1

A small galaxy is most likely to merge with:

1. a much larger galaxy
2. a nearby galaxy

These options are correct because gravitational interactions tend to cause smaller galaxies to merge with larger ones, and proximity increases the likelihood of merging events.